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Superb Glass Balls Ceiling Pendant by Doria
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Kingston, NY
This superb ceiling pendant by Doria features five cascading Murano glass balls in excellent
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass, Plastic
A pair of Murano glass chandelier
Located in New York, NY
hanging murano glass balls and leaves, Italian, circa 1940.
Category
20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Pair of Soft Purple, Textured Murano Glass Lamps on Top of a Copper Foot
Located in Maastricht, NL
transparent Murano glass balls.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Venini Midcentury Italian Flushmount Murano Glass Bubbles and Brass Chandelier
By Paolo Venini, Venini
Located in Escalona, Toledo
glass balls measuring 7 centimeters in diameter, hung from fine brass chains that in turn detach from a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Chandelier by A.V. Mazzega, 1970s
By AVMazzega, Angelo Vittorio Mazzega
Located in Enschede, NL
amber artistic handblown glass globes. Five Murano glass balls situated on a tubular chrome base and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Wood
Lead-Balls Glass in Murano Glass, Veleni by L+W, 2022, Limited Edition
By Lanzavecchia + Wai
Located in Milan, IT
Round and tiny, yet heavy and black: lead balls identify this glass with a solid character
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Chrome Chandelier with Opaline Glass Balls Mazzega Murano 1960
By Mazzega
Located in Vienna, Vienna
Chrome chandelier
Italy 1960
Mazzega Murano
three big opaline glass balls.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Late 20th Century Pair of Brass w/ Gold Balls
Green Murano Glass Table Lamps
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
sizes of amber and gold Murano art glass balls are bulging out of the main round brass body giving to
Category
1990s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Eight Lights Chromium Plated Chandelier with Glass Balls on the Stem
Located in Venice-Lido, IT
Vintage eight lights chromium-plated chandelier with glass balls on the stem.
Check on our
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Bubble Chandelier with Chains, Mid-20th Century
Located in Retie, BE
Mid-20th Century Murano glass bubble chandelier - flush mount - ceiling light .
Raak Amsterdam
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pendant Chandelier with Six Murano Balls
Located in Houston, TX
Pendant chandelier with six Murano balls on brass rods. Each ball has controlled bubble and a very
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Pair of Decorative Murano Glass Balls
Located in New York, NY
Alluring hand blown Murano glass balls.
Each ball is individual and unique and
Category
20th Century Glass
Set of (5) Vintage Murano Glass Balls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of (5) vintage Murano Glass Balls in a soft yellow coloration.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Glass
French Bronze Amethyst Murano Glass Balls Sconces
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing two lights each. Adorning Murano glass balls in clear and amethyst. Bronze body with
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
A Mid Century Chandelier With Hanging Murano Glass Balls
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage chandelier with frosted and textured Murano glass balls suspended by chains hanging from
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Floor Lamp ‘Alberello’ by Stilnovo with Six Colored Murano Glass Balls, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Traversetolo, IT
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Marble round base, black metal structure with six colored blown Murano glass balls, mounted on brass
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Floor Lamp ‘Alberello’ by Stilnovo, Six Opaline Blown Murano Glass Balls, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Traversetolo, IT
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Marble round base, black metal structure with six white opaline blown Murano glass balls and brass
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Three Beautiful Wordly Murano Glass Balls
Located in North Miami, FL
These black amethsyt glass balls have the inclusions of gold leaf, copper, silver leaf almost like
Category
20th Century Italian Decorative Objects
Materials
Blown Glass
Pair of 1950
s Murano Glass Chinoiserie Style Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Clear Murano Glass. Balls Connected with Wire Thread.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Glass
Italian Vintage Murano Glass Lamp
Located in Austin, TX
Glamorous Italian vintage Murano glass lamp. Clear, hand blown Murano glass balls with sparkling
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Silver Leaf
Pair of Green Mid Century Murano Glass Lamps
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of lamps, each composed of four stacked, green Murano glass balls on brass bases. The glass
Category
20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Chic Pair of Tall Black and Red Murano Glass and Brass Lamps
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of lamps made of different and layers of Murano glass balls and globes and brass pieces.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Chrome Murano Chandelier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique 2-tier chrome chandelier in the style of Sciolari with solid Murano glass balls on each
Category
20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
$4,500
c 1920 Rare Set Four Murano Glass Color Balls Crystal Prisms Sconces
Located in Firenze, Toscana
. Adorning extremely rare Murano glass balls in red, pink, yellow, blue and green. Not missing a thing
Category
Vintage 1920s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal
Brass
Blown Glass 8 Arm Murano Chandelier
Located in Manhasset, NY
balls supporting a group of eight lighted arms all of which have a murano glass bobech.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Spectacular Sputnik Chandelier Murano Glass Snow Balls by Doria, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
to a brass frame.
All Murano glass balls are in very good condition.
High quality and in very
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Spectacular Sputnik Chandelier Murano Glass Snow Balls by Doria, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
to a brass frame.
All Murano glass balls are in very good condition.
High quality and in very
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Spectacular Sputnik Flushmount Glass Snow Balls by Doria, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Murano glass balls are in very good condition.
Heavy quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Spectacular Sputnik Flushmount Glass Snow Balls by Doria, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Murano glass balls are in very good condition.
Heavy quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Spectacular Sputnik Flush Mount Glass Snow Balls by Doria, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Murano glass balls are in very good condition.
Heavy quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Impressive Brass and Murano Glass Bubble Chandelier
Located in Berlin, BE
multiple Murano glass balls hanging on brass chains. The chandelier is in excellent condition. 12 x E14
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Spectacular Sputnik Flush Mount Glass Snow Balls by Doria, Germany, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Murano glass balls are in very good condition.
Heavy quality and in very good condition. Cleaned, well
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Nine-Globe Chandelier
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Chandelier composed of nine Murano glass balls, totally rewired.
Category
1990s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$10,245
Murano Glass Large Sconces, Vistosi style - a pair
By Vistosi
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of tall Mid Century Modern Murano glass sconces, attributed to Vistosi, Italy 1980s.
The pair
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Rare Sputnik Brass and Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury rare wall sconces with Murano glass balls, made by Doria Leuchten
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Huge Italian Sputnik Chandelier
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Murano glass balls (with air bubbles inside) at the extremity of half of the arms.
Nice patina on the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Collection of 19 Glass Italian Murano Kalidiscope Balls
Located in North Miami, FL
Luscious colors and different shapes play up these fantastic Murano Italian Glass
Balls; can
Category
20th Century Italian Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Brass and Murano Glass Wall Lights or Sconces in Art Deco Style, 1990s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
glasses with golden shimmer/glitter inside the glass. Art Deco style. The Murano glass balls mounted under
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Glass Incamiciato Stacked Balls Table Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
A pair of gorgeous handblown Murano glass "incamiciato" stacked balls table lamps in white
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Huge Opaline Murano Balls and Brass Sconces Wall Lights for Mazzega
By Mazzega
Located in Berlin, BE
Pair of iconic Murano opaline glass balls and brass sconces or wall lights by Mazzega. The sconces
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Murano Ice Glass Discs and Balls Chandelier by Vistosi, Italy, 1960s
By Vistosi
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Murano glass chandelier by Vistosi, Italy with 28 (+1 spare part) ice glass discs with blue glass
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
French Red Murano Balls and Giltwood Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
swags throughout. Adorning 37 red Murano balls. Re-wired and ready to hang. Free priority shipping
Category
Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Giltwood, Murano Glass
1920 French Fuchsia Murano Flowers and Balls Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Murano fuchsia flowers with matching balls on top. Also, clear Murano balls with matching color ribbon
Category
Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Italian Murano Clear Glass Controlled Bubbles Spheres/Balls Sculptures
Located in North Miami, FL
These amazing monumental Italian Murano clear glass large bullecante spheres/balls sculptures have
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
1920 French Pink Murano Balls Crystal Swags Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Murano Bulbous balls. Adding 10 inches of original chain and canopy. Free priority shipping from Italy.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
1920 French Pink Murano Balls Crystal Swags Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
macaroni beading swags throughout. Rare pink Murano bulbous balls. Adding 12 inches of original chain and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
1920 French Aqua Swags and Murano Balls Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
of aqua beads. Florets throughout with small bulbous Murano aqua balls. Free priority shipping from
Category
Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Elegant Murano Balls Beaded Bottom Chandelier, circa 1920
Located in Firenze, Toscana
. Intricate beaded lattice work with florets and Murano balls hanging. Macaroni bead swags with a crystal
Category
Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass
Italian Sputnik Glass Tennis Balls Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
with high quality yellow solid Murano glass spheres, etched with swirls that make them resemble to
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass, Metal
French Aqua Marine Blue Sconces with Huge Murano Balls
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing 3 lights each, sitting on gilt wood posts. I have never seen Murano balls this big
Category
Vintage 1920s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Giltwood, Murano Glass
French Porcelain Flowers Tole Chandelier with Clear Murano Balls
Located in Firenze, Toscana
shapes and colors, some flea bites. Murano balls as well. Finial has porcelain flowers as well. Re
Category
Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Murano Glass, Porcelain
French Beaded Aqua Blue Murano Balls and Crystals Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Housing one-light. Three tiers of crystals and rare Murano aqua blue balls. Plate on bottom. Re
Category
Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
French Rare Aqua Blue Balls Crystal Swags Murano Chandelier
Located in Firenze, Toscana
octagon swags throughout. Adoring rare aqua short fat bulbous Murano balls. Crystal finial in center
Category
Vintage 1920s French Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
French Blue Murano Balls Beaded Swags Chandelier, circa 1920
Located in Firenze, Toscana
crystal balls, crystal prisms and rare dark short bulbous Murano drops. Beading on top. Adding another 19
Category
Vintage 1920s French Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
French Blue Murano Balls Beaded Swags Chandelier, circa 1900
Located in Firenze, Toscana
two sizes of blue Murano balls. Florets throughout. Not missing a thing! Adding another 12 inches of
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
1930 French Beaded Green and Clear Murano Balls Mirrors Sconces
Located in Firenze, Toscana
and clear Murano drops that are the short and fat balls that they were last made in the 30's. Rewired
Category
Vintage 1930s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Crystal
French Aqua Blue Murano Balls Beaded Swags Chandelier, circa 1900
Located in Firenze, Toscana
and aqua blue Murano balls. Adding another 24 inches of rare original chain and canopy. Free priority
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal
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Murano Glass Balls For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of murano glass balls available for sale. Each of these unique murano glass balls was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, murano glass and metal. We have 194 antique and vintage murano glass balls in-stock, while there are 18 modern editions to choose from as well. Murano glass balls have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Murano glass balls made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made murano glass balls over the years, but those made by Doria Leuchten Germany, Mazzega Murano and Stilnovo are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Murano Glass Balls?
Prices for murano glass balls can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, murano glass balls begin at $280 and can go as high as $56,224, while the average can fetch as much as $3,739.
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Questions About Murano Glass Balls
- What is Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Murano glass is colorful art glass primarily produced on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy. Artisans produce a variety of Murano glass decorative objects, including vases, lamps, candle holders, figurines, bowls and wine glasses. Shop a selection of Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Does Murano glass have markings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, Murano glass is typically marked. You will usually find the markings on the bases of pieces or in other inconspicuous areas. Generally, Murano glass will display a trademark and a maker's mark, indicating which shop produced it. In most cases, authentic Murano glass will not have the word "Murano" on it. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Murano glass.
- Does Murano glass break?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How is Murano glass marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024How Murano glass is marked varies. Some pieces feature a label, sticker or other mark that bears the name of the studio that produced them. Others may only have an artist's signature or be unmarked. However, Murano glass artisans rarely put the word "Murano" on their pieces, though you will often see the word on replicas. For assistance determining whether a particular piece is Murano, consult an expert appraiser or antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Murano glass.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass, from the Venetian island of Murano, is world-renowned for excellent craftsmanship and a wide variety of colors and decorations. The glassmakers of Murano use methods honed over centuries to create rich colors and designs by mixing different minerals during the process. Many examples contain gold and silver flecks inside the glass. You’ll find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is Murano glass made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Murano glass is made of a combination of materials. In most cases, artisans use a blend of silica, soda, lime and potassium to produce the colorful art glass. The mixture gets heated to a high temperature to melt it, so that glassblowers can form it into various shapes. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Murano glass.
- Where is Murano glass signed?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. To best determine if a Murano glass is authentic, look up the location of the factory found on the label. All authentic Murano glass is produced in Venice or Murano. Always purchase Murano glass from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Browse a selection of authentic Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024Murano glass comes from Murano, an island located in the Venetian Lagoon to the north of Venice, Italy. Many people mistake the name Murano for that of a brand or company, but the term actually applies to glassware produced by a variety of makers. Fratelli Toso, Umberto Bellotto, the Salviati family, Ercole Barovier, Carlo Scarpa, Paolo Venini and Alfredo Barbini are just some of the glassblowers known for producing Murano glass. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Murano glass.
- Can Murano glass be clear?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although Murano glass is usually brightly colored, there are a few varieties of clear Murano glass. Cristallo glass, which is achieved by a process of bleaching, is a type of clear Murano glass. Shop a range of antique and vintage Murano glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano Aventurine is glass that has been decorated with a surface effect which resembles shimmering specks found in quartz. This technique was pioneered by Murano in the 17th century. On 1stDibs, find Murano glass products from top sellers around the world.
- Why is it called Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023It is called Murano glass because of its place of origin. During the 13th century, artisans on the island of Murano in Venice, Italy, became famous for producing colorful glassware. Find a range of Murano glass from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano glass valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether Murano glass is valuable depends on a variety of factors, including the type of piece and its condition. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). A certified appraiser can help you determine the value and authenticity of a particular piece. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Murano glassware.
- Is Murano glass worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, many glass lovers believe that Murano glass is worth it. Murano glass is named for the Venetian island of Murano, where glassmaking has been practiced for centuries. The glass is made using a variety of artisanal processes and is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Every vintage Murano glass decorative object is unique. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and irregular shapes due to the freeform creation process. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Murano glass is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Murano glass and other art glass pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano blown glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, Murano is blown glass. Artisans on Murano, an island in Venice, Italy, produce the colorful glassware through a unique process. Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. One of the earliest Venetian glass furnaces is believed to have been established as far back as the 8th century (the filigrana technique is as old as the 16th century). On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Murano glassware from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How can I identify Murano glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of authentic Murano glass from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021There is no real difference between Venetian glass and Murano glass. While both Venetian glass and Murano glass come from Murano Island, Venice is a more popular location than Murano, hence it is called widely as Venetian glass. You can use both search terms to find the best piece for you on 1stDibs.
- Is Murano glass worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Yes, some Murano glass is worth something. Typically, antique pieces from the 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th centuries tend to be worth significantly more than 20th-century and contemporary glassware from Murano. Collectors frequently look for pieces made by particular artisans, such as Paolo Venini, Alfredo Barbini, Carlo Scarpa, Vittorio Zecchin, Lino Tagliapetra and Carlo Moretti. Others seek out pieces that display certain glassmaking techniques, such as filigrana, which gives glass a lace-like quality. The size, age, condition, type and style all contribute to the potential value of Murano pieces. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the valuation process. Find a large collection of Murano glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Murano glass does indeed have a pontil mark. Murano glass is individually blown in Venice, Italy, and the mark at the bottom is made by the rod used by the artisan when they shape the piece. Shop a collection of Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To tell if a Murano glass fruit is real, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass often, but not always, includes labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. If you need assistance authenticating a piece, seek the help of a licensed appraiser. Shop a selection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022All Murano glass pieces are either hand-blown or mouth-blown in Murano, Italy. This will cause small imperfections like air bubbles or a Pontil mark. In addition, the glass master will leave his signature on the piece indicating its authenticity. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. Shop authentic Murano glass pieces from 1stDibs.
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This Paavo Tynell Chandelier Is a Radiant Bouquet
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Ettore Sottsass Captures a Shooting Star in This Rare 1970s Floor Lamp
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
You Don’t Need a Fictional Fairy to Get This Real Pinocchio Lamp
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.
Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
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